From 1 June 2025, all domestic commercial vessel (DCV) operators, including hire and drive operators (Class 4), must have a drug and alcohol policy as part of thei
On Monday 10 July 1995, the Iron Baron chartered bulk carrier grounded on Hebe Reef at the approach to the Tamar River, northern Tasmania at 7.30 pm EST.
AMSA’s Head of Vessel Safety and Cargo Systems David Anderson has been elected Chair the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC).
From 1 June 2025, all domestic commercial vessel (DCV) operators, including hire and drive operators (Class 4), must have a drug and alcohol policy as part of their safety management system (SMS).
In 2024–25, our compliance activities focused on high-risk areas identified through safety data and guided by the National Compliance Plan. This summary reports our progress and key outcomes in these priority areas.
Discover how AMSA supports safe and sustainable maritime operations through fair, risk-based regulation. This statement explains our approach to safety, compliance, engagement and international obligations.
The National Law places obligations on maritime operators and other parties to ensure safety of persons and vessels and protection of the marine environment.